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SITCSection 2
U.S. imports of mustard seeds (SITC 22262) totaled $5.8M in April 2026, traded with 7 countries.
Importers of Mustard Seeds paid $12K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 6.8% on $181K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Mustard Seeds imports of $5.8M in April 2026 ran 10% above the year-to-date monthly average of $5.3M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataMustard seeds enter US commerce as an oilseed crop used for condiment manufacturing, spice grinding, and cold-pressed mustard oil production. FDA oversight applies at the port of entry, and shipments must meet phytosanitary requirements administered by USDA APHIS. Yellow (white), brown, and oriental varieties are traded under this heading, with each commanding different price points in the specialty food and industrial oil markets. Importers should confirm variety specifications in commercial documentation to avoid classification disputes at entry.
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Yes. USDA APHIS enforces phytosanitary requirements for imported seeds, and shipments may be subject to inspection or treatment to prevent the introduction of plant pests. A phytosanitary certificate from the exporting country is typically required.
All three varieties fall under the same SITC heading, but buyers and customs brokers should document the specific variety in commercial invoices because end-use applications — condiment manufacturing versus industrial oil extraction — can affect admissibility review and labeling requirements under FDA rules.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $5.7M | $197K | -$5.5M |
| INDIA | $91K | -- | -$91K |
| CHILE | $57K | -- | -$57K |
| UNITED KINGDOM | $4K | $36K | +$32K |
| JAPAN | -- | $38K | +$38K |
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Monthly import values over time